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Wellness

Get through your workout no matter what!

March 23, 2017

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Whether you’re an early riser or an after-worker, there will be days that you just don’t have the energy to make it to the gym. More often than not, once you get to the gym and start warming up, your energy will start to creep up and before you know it, you’re working up a sweat and pushing yourself harder than you had planned. But if that doesn’t happen and you’re in need of an extra kick to make it through your workout, consider adding in some extra supports to your routine:

Redefining a new normal

March 22, 2017

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Constipation in kids is so common that it has become normal. But it’s not normal. It’s a sign of poor digestion, and it’s critical to relieve it.

Constipation burden’s your child in two ways: by blocking one of the body’s methods of flushing waste and allowing chemicals from that waste to be reabsorbed into the bloodstream, and by generating irritation as stool sits in the colon.

Working in your workouts!

March 3, 2017

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You spend your day planning meals, packing lunches, and cleaning clothes, perhaps all while sitting at your full time job. Your day is so packed with taking care of everyone else that before you know it, the week is over and you realize you haven’t had a minute to yourself. If you are really struggling to meet your exercise goals for the year, check out these tips on how to make it part of your daily routine.

5 ways to help your hair after pregnancy

March 1, 2017

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Your body goes through many changes during the postpartum period, including hair loss. Postpartum hair loss is one topic that isn’t discussed enough and it can be quite alarming! It is important to understand why hair loss occurs and what you can do to support your body during this time. Around 4-6 months after giving birth you may start to notice that you are losing hair, which many women attribute to the stress of being a new mom, but there is a biological explanation for this phenomenon.

You don't have to spend a fortune creating a healthier space for your baby. Here are 6 areas to focus on when furnishing and setting up baby's room.

December 13, 2016

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Babies and children spend a significant amount of their lives in their bedrooms, whether they are sleeping or playing. Searching for eco friendly, safe and healthy products for your child's nursery can be overwhelming and confusing for new parents. When deciding and choosing green products for your nursery you will want to prioritize based on your budget and values. We are going to highlight 6 key areas of consideration when choosing healthy and eco friendly products for your nursery room.

Stopping the resolution cycle

December 12, 2016

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The excitement of the approaching New Year brings feelings of a fresh start and thoughts of a ‘new you.’ January 1st acts as the official start to the dieting season, with 45% of Americans(1) setting New Year’s Resolutions for weight loss, self-improvement, or restrictive eating. But what happens when the third week of January rolls around? What happens when we don’t meet our immediate goals, or life gets in the way of our time at the gym? Most importantly, what happens when we teach our kids to set these unrealistic goals unintentionally through our own actions?

It can be done, we promise!

December 6, 2016

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It is officially December, which for most means the beginning of the holidays. This time of year is filled with parties and family gatherings, which usually means lots of food and drinks. For people with food sensitivities, these parties can offer up some challenges – especially since many holiday treats contain common offenders that tend to give people trouble. Some people worry they only have 2 options: eat something they know will bother them, or don’t eat anything at all.

The jury on “antibacterial” hand wash is no longer out: stick with good ol’ soap and water

November 29, 2016

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As the cold weather approaches, parents do what they can to make sure the flu bugs don’t come home from school with their kids. Antibacterial hand sanitizers have become a go-to solution for many parents, but some may be doing more harm than good.

What to expect post-pregnancy

November 26, 2016

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The pregnant body is mesmerizing. It goes through so many extraordinary changes in order to support the growth of a whole new life. Every organ and system is involved including the skin, uterus, lungs, spine, muscles, ligaments, kidneys, heart, and blood vessels. Considering this journey, it is wishful to think that the body will quickly, and easily bounce right back to it’s pre-pregnancy state after birth. Instead, there are some common temporary and permanent body changes to expect postpartum:

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EcoParent is a quarterly magazine for families that want to make healthier, greener lifestyle choices. Fun and inspirational in tone – and never judgmental – we appeal to the already eco-savvy, but remain accessible to the newly eco-curious. Food, fashion, books, travel, health & beauty, home & garden, and so much more!